How to Find a Companion for an Elderly Person
A practical family guide to finding a companion for an older parent or relative in Hertford, Ware or the surrounding SG11 to SG14 area. It covers what a companion actually does (company, conversation, walks, outings, a lift to appointments, light help around the home) and what they do not do (regulated personal care such as washing, dressing or medication). It walks through the signs your relative could benefit from companionship, the questions worth asking any provider (vetting, insurance, training, cover for missed visits, whether you can choose or change companion), and honest expectations on cost.
It also explains how AirCarers Companion works: you pick the person yourself from public profiles, rates are shown upfront from £25 per hour, companions keep 80% of what you pay, and there are no contracts or minimum hours. Every companion is enhanced DBS checked, ID verified, fully insured and trained. We are not a CQC registered agency and do not provide personal or clinical care. To talk it through with Lucie, call 07455 750006 or email lucie@aircarers.co.uk.